GLADE School
GLADE School is an independent special school in New Forest for pupils aged 11 to 19. It has 28 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for GLADE School is Good, from an inspection in June 2025.
Ofsted inspection: June 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 49 Junction Road Totton Hampshire SO40 3BU |
| Phone | 02380867036 |
| Reference Number | 147655 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 28 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 57.14%
Girls: 42.86% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
GLADE School is an independent special school catering to pupils with autism, aiming to enhance the educational experience for students through the expansion of facilities and staff. The school is anticipated to meet the relevant independent school standards if the proposed changes are implemented, allowing an increase in the number of pupils from 20 to 30 across two sites. The leadership is structured to ensure compliance with safeguarding, health, and safety regulations, and the curriculum is designed to prepare pupils for life outside of school, reflecting a strong commitment to their well-being and development.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 29 Apr 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 17 Oct 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Aug 2020 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Effective child protection and safeguarding policies in place.
- Well-trained staff in safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
- Thorough risk assessment processes for student safety.
- Experience in leadership with a focus on special education.
- Curriculum designed for real-world preparation and life skills.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at GLADE School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is GLADE School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for GLADE School is Good, from an inspection in June 2025.
When was GLADE School last inspected by Ofsted?
GLADE School was last inspected in June 2025.
How many pupils does GLADE School have?
GLADE School has 28 pupils on roll.
What age range does GLADE School cover?
GLADE School for pupils aged 11 to 19.
Where is GLADE School?
GLADE School is at 49 Junction Road, Totton, Hampshire, SO40 3BU.